Dr. Sharon L. Coggan, Ph.D., is a retired Associate Professor, Clinical Teaching Track, and the former Director of the Religious Studies Program at the University of Colorado Denver, a program she created. With a broad-based academic background in the History of Religions and the Psychology of Religion, Dr. Coggan’s scholarly work focuses on Jungian (Archetypal) thought, late antique Greek religion, and early Christianity. Her dissertation, Pandaemonia: A Study of Eusebius' Recasting of Plutarch's Story of the 'Death of Great Pan,' exemplifies her expertise in this area.

Throughout her academic career, Dr. Coggan has developed a deep specialization in Asian religions, particularly the Hindu, Buddhist, and Taoist traditions. She has taught a variety of courses across institutions in Denver and Boulder, including courses on Freudian and Jungian perspectives in dream analysis. As an educator, she has inspired countless students to explore the intersection of religion, psychology, and mythology.

Dr. Coggan has presented her work at numerous conferences, including the Jung Society of Colorado, where she has explored topics such as archetypes and the Christ mythos through a Jungian lens. Her research contributes to a greater understanding of how religious symbols and myths serve as universal forms that shape human consciousness.

In addition to her teaching and academic contributions, Dr. Coggan is the author of Sacred Disobedience: A Jungian Analysis of the Saga of Pan and the Devil, where she offers a deep dive into the symbolism of Pan and the devil in Western culture. Her work continues to resonate with those interested in Jungian psychology, archetypal studies, and the spiritual dimensions of mythology.